HM-JACKarc Operation Manual
Introduction
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Rev.4
Ministry of Health and Welfare Guidelines
on Medical Instruments
The attachment of this document, Precautions for the Use of Medical Electronic Instruments (for
Safety and Risk Prevention), to medical electronic instruments is required under Notification No. 495
from the Head of Pharmaceutical Affairs Bureau (June 1st, 1972). These precautions should be
observed to handle the Instrument correctly when it is in use.
Precautions for the Use of Medical Electronic Instruments
(for Safety and Risk Prevention)
1. Only the experienced staff are permitted to use the Instrument.
2. The following points must be observed when installing the Instrument.
(1) Install the Instrument in a location where it is not exposed to water.
(2) Install the Instrument in a location where there is no risk of adverse influence from
atmospheric pressure, temperature, humidity, drafts, sunlight, dust, air containing
substances such as salinity, sulfur, etc. or other environmental factors.
(3) Make sure the Instrument is safe from tilting, vibration and impact (including that during
movement).
(4) Do not install the Instrument in a location where chemical substances are stored or where
gas is generated.
(5) Pay close attention to the voltage and frequency of the power supply, and to the allowable
current (or consumption power).
(6) If battery-based power supply is used, check the status of the battery (depth of discharge
and polarity), etc.
(7) The Instrument must be correctly grounded.
3. The following points must be observed before using the Instrument.
(1) Check that the Instrument functions correctly.
(2) Check that all cables are connected correctly and securely.
(3) Be careful of using the equipment in combination with other instruments that can induce
errors in correct diagnoses and cause hazards.
(4) Check the battery power supply, if one is used.
